Walking is an accessible way to stay active and contributes to your health. However, some people experience significant pain in their hips when walking. This can take away the enjoyment and cause you to exercise less, even though exercise is so important. In this blog, you can read about the possible causes of hip pain and learn how exercises in the MotiMove app can help you move more smoothly again.
What causes hip pain when walking?
The hip is a large joint that is used intensively when walking. Pain in the hip can therefore have various causes. Common causes of hip pain when walking are:
Overuse of muscles or tendons. For example, when you suddenly start walking more or longer than your body is used to.
Decreased muscle strength or stability. Weak hip muscles cause other structures to work harder.
Stiff joints. This can cause you to walk differently and put extra strain on your hips.
Incorrect weight distribution or walking technique. Small changes in your walking pattern can make a difference.
Joint problems, such as osteoarthritis.
Tips
There are several things you can try to reduce hip pain:
Build up your walks gradually
Take a critical look at your shoes
Work on your muscle strength and flexibility
Don't stop exercising completely.
How the MotiMove app can help you
Pain does not automatically mean that exercise is bad for you. In many cases, targeted and gentle exercise can actually help to reduce symptoms. The MotiMove app has been specially developed to help people exercise when they are in pain. The app also offers practical support for hip pain.
The app contains videos with exercises aimed at strengthening your hips and keeping them flexible. You can track your own progress and receive tips on how to keep moving. You will also learn more about how pain works, so you can better understand what is happening in your hips.
Why MotiMove?
All exercises in the MotiMove app have been developed by professionals. This means you can be confident that the exercises are safe and effective. The app makes it easy to fit the exercises into your daily routine and offers personal guidance.
Start today
Hip pain while walking can be frustrating, but with the right approach, knowledge, and appropriate exercises, you can often make progress. Want to get started today? Download the MotiMove app now and discover how you can continue to move and walk with confidence.